Schedule
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Early
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01:00
Weekday overnights with BBC Radio 5 Live—26/08/2026
Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 Live through the night on a weekday.
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Morning
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06:00
Sonia Watson—Ian Puckey sits in (26/08/2026)
Trusted breakfast news, information and advice, and great music with Ian.
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10:00
Ben Fryer—Vaccinations and social care costs
Ben asks whether vaccinations for children should be made mandatory.
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Afternoon
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14:00
Afternoons on BBC Essex—With Akylah Rodriquez (26/08/2026)
Fascinating guests, the news of the day and all the music you love.
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Evening
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18:00
Around the Wicket - Essex—Dean Elgar on his decision to retire from cricket
The Essex opener tells Victoria Polley why he'll end his career at the end of the season.
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19:00
Babs Michel on BBC Essex—What would your Royal Variety act be? Jake Peach sits in
Jake brings you lighthearted fun with upbeat topical stories and celebrity guests.
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22:00
The Late Show—26/08/2026
Becky Want with late-night conversation, amazing stories and the soundtrack to your night.
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Late
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01:00
Weekday overnights with BBC Radio 5 Live—27/08/2026
Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 Live through the night on a weekday.
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